The 25 Best Hotels in South Downs

Ranked 1 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 1 of 7 for hotels in Arundel.

• “Gorgeous comfortable rooms with super-friendly hosts!”
• “Beautiful boutique accommodation in the heart of Arundel”
• “Perfect stay”
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Ranked 2 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 1 of 28 for hotels in Lewes.

• “Brilliant camping pod getaway.”
• “Relaxing”
• “Amazing”
• See more reviews of Scallow Campsite

Ranked 3 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 1 of 1 for hotels in Ovington.

• “A clean quiet cottage perfect for our families needs.”
• “The quiet and privacy.”
• “Wonderful stay, great apartment, super host.”
• See more reviews of Lane End Cottage

Ranked 4 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 6 of 28 for hotels in Lewes.

• “Lovely staff.”
• “Pretty much everything”
• “Lovely place. Will stay again.”
• See more reviews of The Jolly Sportsman

Ranked 5 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 1 of 7 for hotels in Midhurst.

• “A relaxing getaway in the Sussex countryside”
• “Brilliant place”
• “Very comfortable”
• See more reviews of Halfway Bridge

Ranked 6 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 1 of 1 for hotels in Rake.

• “Perfect romantic getaway”
• “Great glamping experience”
• “Great and comfy”
• See more reviews of Beautiful, Secluded Shepherd's Hut in the National Park

Ranked 7 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 1 of 6 for hotels in West Chiltington.

• “Beautiful place and setting.”
• “We had an absolutely lovely stay, such a cosy and...”
• “Exactly what we wanted”
• See more reviews of Luxurious Rural Cabin with Hot Tub

Ranked 8 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 1 of 4 for hotels in Amberley.

• “A real castle”
• “Very enjoyable and memorable stay”
• “Great location, beautiful castle & grounds, staff exceptional.”
• See more reviews of Amberley Castle- A Relais & Chateaux Hotel

Ranked 9 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 1 of 2 for hotels in West Dean.

• “Good facilities, warm welcome, comfortable room in a great tourist hot spot.”
• “A beautiful old farmhouse in one of the most stunning places...”
• “A stand-out stay in a unique farmhouse with a lovely garden setting.”
• See more reviews of Saltmarsh Farmhouse

Ranked 10 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 2 of 7 for hotels in Midhurst.

• “The rooms were lovely and clean, fab facilities and friendly...”
• “Enjoyed our stay in this hotel, friendly, Quiet, a great weekend,”
• “It was pleasant and staff were nice”
• See more reviews of Park House Hotel

Ranked 11 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 2 of 7 for hotels in Alfriston.

• “Lovely little hotel.”
• “A throughly enjoyable stay as alway here”
• “Warm and friendly hotel with lovely food and high standard of room.”
• See more reviews of Wingrove House

Ranked 12 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 1 of 3 for hotels in West Dean.

• “An absolutely beautiful and historic house; the gardens are also stunning! I had an enchanted stay.”
• “A comfortable stay in beautiful surroundings.”
• “A perfect nights sleep in a perfect location. Couldn't wish for more.”
• See more reviews of West Dean College

Ranked 13 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 2 of 7 for hotels in Arundel.

• “Too expensive would not return”
• “Brilliant place and area.”
• “Excellent”
• See more reviews of Swan Hotel

Ranked 14 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 3 of 7 for hotels in Midhurst.

• “If you want some peace and quiet in beautiful countryside, this is your place!”
• “Quiet, comfortable stay.”
• “Like staying in a comfortable country cottage with and old friend, with breakfast included.”
• See more reviews of Bridge Cottage

Ranked 15 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 3 of 7 for hotels in Alfriston.

• “Lovely feel, staff excellent, food very good .”
• “The whole experience of staying at Rathfinny was very special and we were made to feel special.”
• “Peaceful, different, comfortable, comforting, interesting, lovely wine & food, lovely staff”
• See more reviews of Flint Barns, Rathfinny Wine Estate

Ranked 16 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 7 of 12 for hotels in Petworth.

• “Beautiful Shepherd's Hut stay”
• “We had a lovely stay, great for a couples romantic getaway”
• “Hard to know where to start as our stay here was just so...”
• See more reviews of Coachroad Shepherds Huts

Ranked 17 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 3 of 7 for hotels in Arundel.

• “Can totally recommend The Town House and the village of Arundel”
• “Wonderful.”
• “Good breakfast, excellent location, helpful staff.”
• See more reviews of The Town House

Ranked 18 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 4 of 7 for hotels in Midhurst.

• “excellent country location in a very comfortable and modernised estate cottage”
• “We enjoyed the lovely location and the useful welcome hamper.”
• “Great location with dog, very warm and comfortable”
• See more reviews of Cowdray Holiday Cottages

Ranked 19 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 5 of 7 for hotels in Midhurst.

• “Heaven”
• “Lovely area but hotel needs some updating”
• “An excellent and relaxing stay”
• See more reviews of Spread Eagle Hotel And Spa

Ranked 20 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 5 of 11 for hotels in Pulborough.

• “Have no hesitation in recommending the Chequers for a short stay.”
• “We were absolutely pleased and would like to come again.”
• “Lovely staff”
• See more reviews of Chequers Hotel

Ranked 21 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 1 of 4 for hotels in East Meon.

• “We expected more, but we have no regrets about staying here.”
• “Lovely spot”
• “Great location, just a shame about the poor noise insulation.”
• See more reviews of South Downs Eco Lodge & Camping

Ranked 22 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 12 of 21 for hotels in Petersfield.

• “Good location for walkers”
• “What may have been overall a marvellous stay was marred by the small and cramped bedroom layout.”
• “Peaceful with exceptional quality and service.”
• See more reviews of The Nest Hotel & Restaurant

Ranked 23 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 3 of 4 for hotels in Amberley.

• “Very Good and Could be Great”
• “Location perfect for our weekend plans.”
• “A lovely little pub and a lovely little village”
• See more reviews of Black Horse

Ranked 24 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 4 of 7 for hotels in Arundel.

• “Perfect get away”
• “Wonderful”
• “Relaxing, welcoming, and needed.”
• See more reviews of Bailiffscourt Hotel & Spa

Ranked 25 out of 49 in the region, as well as being 2 of 2 for hotels in Clanfield.

• “Lovley. Comfortable and great location.”
• “Pet friendly & convenient for Ferry”
• “Good location, great breakfast”
• See more reviews of The Hampshire Hog